Mel Gibson, Kevin Costner Vie to Play J.R. Ewing in 'Dallas' Movie - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Janice · 10-01-2005, 08:19 PM

Reprinted from NewsMax.com

Thursday, Sept. 29, 2005

Mel Gibson, Kevin Costner Vie to Play J.R. Ewing in 'Dallas' Movie

Mel Gibson and Kevin Costner have joined the list of A-list actors under consideration for the role of J.R. Ewing in the upcoming big-screen version of the classic TV show "Dallas.”
John Travolta has emerged as the leading contender for the role, but no decision will be made until the script is rewritten, according to the trade publication Variety.

Gibson is said to be considering the role, and Costner wants to see the rewrite before deciding if he’s interested. Tommy Lee Jones’ name has also surfaced.

Whoever lands the part will join what’s likely to be a star-studded cast.
Jane Fonda is reportedly being eyed for the role of Miss Ellie, played by Barbara Bel Geddes in the TV soap opera, while Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jennifer Lopez and Demi Moore are the favorites to play Sue Ellen (Linda Gray’s TV role).

Drew Barrymore and Reese Witherspoon are being courted for the role of Pamela (Victoria Principal), Jessica Simpson and Lindsay Lohan are contenders for Lucy (Charlene Tilton) and Owen Wilson is among those under consideration for Bobby Ewing (Patrick Duffy).

Pitooey · 10-01-2005, 08:20 PM

I read that John Travolta won the part of JR.

TJL · 10-01-2005, 08:25 PM

I have a bad feeling about this...

Mr. Television · 10-01-2005, 08:31 PM

Jane Fonda as Miss Ellie.

Of those stars I'd probably go with Mel Gibson. I just hope they don't screw it all up.

Pitooey · 10-01-2005, 08:37 PM

John Travolta - JR
Jack Nicholson - Cliff Barnes
Matthew McConaughey - Bobbt Ewing
Lindsay Lohan will star as one of the feuding wives...

getsmart_8699 · 10-01-2005, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by TJL

I have a bad feeling about this...

wow... I agree with TJL, Im uneasy bout some of these choices, especially Lindsay Lohan. I'm kinda glad it might be a star studded cast, since it has a better chance of not being such a flop. Guess we'll see in time!

Of what's rumored, I'd like:
JR: Mel Gibson
Sue Ellen: Catherine Zeta-Jones
Bobby: Owen Wilson's brother, whats his name...lol
Pam: Reese Witherspoon
Lucy: Jessica Simpson
Miss Ellie: Jane Fonda

Dr. Thong · 10-03-2005, 07:08 PM

There's only one man who can play J.R. Ewing and he's already done it...Larry Hagman!!

Enough with these tired remakes!!

On the other hand, if I was going to write this movie, I would have the plot based around J.R. running for governor of Texas. J.R. could have a press conference to announce his candidacy. Then, they could cut to Cliff and Sue Ellen watching the press conference in a motel room together. I believe Cliff had been a senator at one time, right?? So, he would be compelled to try and sabotage his campaign. J.R. would be forced to divest himself of Ewing Oil, so Bobby would take control, which would not sit well with ol' J.R.

But getting back to reality, I hope they don't do this!

Or go the full camp route and do the movie that was being rumored back in the '80s: Dallas Vs. Dynasty!!

GeorgeWBushGOP · 10-23-2005, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Pitooey

John Travolta - JR
Jack Nicholson - Cliff Barnes
Matthew McConaughey - Bobbt Ewing
Lindsay Lohan will star as one of the feuding wives...

Jack would be better in the role of Jock. Or he also wouldn't make a bad "Digger Barnes"

comedyfreak · 12-21-2005, 11:11 AM

Jane fona is too darn young to be Miss Ellie, now Shirley McClaine would be a better choice.

Dr. Thong · 12-21-2005, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by comedyfreak

Jane fona is too darn young to be Miss Ellie, now Shirley McClaine would be a better choice.

Jane Fonda is ten years older than Barbara Bel Geddes was when she started playing Miss Ellie.

comedyfreak · 12-22-2005, 08:20 AM

I still think she's wrong for the part, imo.

Darkhaven80 · 01-08-2006, 03:26 PM

Oh, wow, I didn't even know there was going to be a movie. Shows how out of the loop I am. Can't picture either of these 2 as J.R., great actors that they are.

10-01-2005, 08:19 PM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Mel Gibson, Kevin Costner Vie to Play J.R. Ewing in 'Dallas' Movie Reprinted from NewsMax.com Thursday, Sept. 29, 2005 Mel Gibson, Kevin Costner Vie to Play J.R. Ewing in 'Dallas' Movie Mel Gibson and Kevin Costner have joined the list of A-list actors under consideration for the role of J.R. Ewing in the upcoming big-screen version of the classic TV show "Dallas.” John Travolta has emerged as the leading contender for the role, but no decision will be made until the script is rewritten, according to the trade publication Variety. Gibson is said to be considering the role, and Costner wants to see the rewrite before deciding if he’s interested. Tommy Lee Jones’ name has also surfaced. Whoever lands the part will join what’s likely to be a star-studded cast. Jane Fonda is reportedly being eyed for the role of Miss Ellie, played by Barbara Bel Geddes in the TV soap opera, while Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jennifer Lopez and Demi Moore are the favorites to play Sue Ellen (Linda Gray’s TV role). Drew Barrymore and Reese Witherspoon are being courted for the role of Pamela (Victoria Principal), Jessica Simpson and Lindsay Lohan are contenders for Lucy (Charlene Tilton) and Owen Wilson is among those under consideration for Bobby Ewing (Patrick Duffy).

10-01-2005, 08:20 PM	#2
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10-03-2005, 07:08 PM	#7
Dr. Thong a/k/a "ACK!" Forum Veteran Join Date: Jul 10, 2001 Location: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 5,546	There's only one man who can play J.R. Ewing and he's already done it...Larry Hagman!! Enough with these tired remakes!! On the other hand, if I was going to write this movie, I would have the plot based around J.R. running for governor of Texas. J.R. could have a press conference to announce his candidacy. Then, they could cut to Cliff and Sue Ellen watching the press conference in a motel room together. I believe Cliff had been a senator at one time, right?? So, he would be compelled to try and sabotage his campaign. J.R. would be forced to divest himself of Ewing Oil, so Bobby would take control, which would not sit well with ol' J.R. But getting back to reality, I hope they don't do this! Or go the full camp route and do the movie that was being rumored back in the '80s: Dallas Vs. Dynasty!!
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10-01-2005, 08:37 PM	#5
Pitooey Member Forum Star Join Date: Feb 15, 2001 Location: Rocking in Transylvania. Posts: 15,042	John Travolta - JR Jack Nicholson - Cliff Barnes Matthew McConaughey - Bobbt Ewing Lindsay Lohan will star as one of the feuding wives...

12-21-2005, 11:11 AM	#9
comedyfreak Cheers! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 14, 2005 Location: Sunny California Posts: 11,059	Jane fona is too darn young to be Miss Ellie, now Shirley McClaine would be a better choice.

12-22-2005, 08:20 AM	#11
comedyfreak Cheers! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 14, 2005 Location: Sunny California Posts: 11,059	I still think she's wrong for the part, imo.

01-08-2006, 03:26 PM	#12
Darkhaven80 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 08, 2006 Posts: 72	Oh, wow, I didn't even know there was going to be a movie. Shows how out of the loop I am. Can't picture either of these 2 as J.R., great actors that they are.